{"product_id":"angel-wing-begonia-frosty","title":"Angel Wing Begonia 'Frosty'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrosty Angel Wing Begonia | Begonia ‘Frosty’ | Silver Angel Wing Begonia | Cane Begonia ‘Frosty’\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrosty Angel Wing Begonia is a mesmerizing, shade-loving tropical perennial (widely grown as a spectacular indoor house plant) prized for its striking, asymmetrical, heavily silver-frosted leaves with finely traced dark green veins and deeply contrasted rich burgundy undersides. This exceptionally tough, cane-like selection is known for its vigorous, upright habit and delicate clusters of pale pink to white bell-shaped flowers that bloom prolifically throughout the year under optimal conditions. It thrives in high ambient household humidity and bright, indirect light, making it a spectacular, low-maintenance thriller for indoor tabletops, brightly lit living spaces, and shaded summer patio containers. With its bold, exotic texture and uniquely shimmering, metallic foliage, Frosty Angel Wing Begonia offers an extraordinary display of vibrant, tropical contrast with exceptionally straightforward care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Frosty Angel Wing Begonia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect light; thrives in dappled shade or near a bright window when grown indoors. It requires strict protection from harsh, direct sunlight, which will easily scorch its delicate, highly pigmented leaves, though too much shade will cause it to lose its striking silvery vibrancy, become leggy, and significantly reduce flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, airy, well-drained soil; prefers a highly organic, chunky potting mix amended with perlite and fine orchid bark to retain adequate moisture while ensuring excellent aeration and drainage. It is extremely susceptible to root rot in heavy, waterlogged soils. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater: \u003c\/strong\u003eModerate; water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, allowing the top inch or two of soil to dry out completely between waterings. It strongly dislikes being completely dried out, but absolutely will not tolerate sitting in standing water. Provide high ambient humidity to prevent crispy, brown leaf edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally low maintenance. Pinch back the growing tips or prune tall, leggy cane stems regularly to encourage a much bushier, denser branching habit and a renewed wave of vibrant foliage. As the plant matures, provide a small bamboo stake to help support its tall, upright canes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally grown indoors; its sap contains toxic calcium oxalate crystals and is mildly toxic to pets if ingested. Outdoors, its thick foliage is naturally deer-resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial in USDA zones 10–11; widely grown as a spectacular, fast-growing shade annual in cooler regions or overwintered indoors as a vibrant, year-round house plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrosty Angel Wing Begonia plants are shipped as healthy young starts in 4\" nursery pots. Allow 1–2 weeks after arrival for plants to recover from shipping and resume active growth before repotting or planting outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blossomdale","offers":[{"title":"4 Inch","offer_id":54752336970007,"sku":null,"price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/5416\/8343\/files\/AngelWingBegonia_Frosty_1.jpg?v=1789161643","url":"https:\/\/blossomdale.com\/products\/angel-wing-begonia-frosty","provider":"Blossomdale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}